Completion of the Culture House Project in Al-Taawun District in Riyadh

Construction and final preparations for the Culture House project located in Al-Taawun District in Riyadh have been completed, which is one of the most prominent modern cultural projects in the Saudi capital.

This project comes within the Kingdom’s efforts to promote culture and creativity, and support Vision 2030, which aims to transform the Kingdom into a regional center for arts and culture.

Project Details

Location: The Culture House is located in Al-Taawun District, one of the vital districts in Riyadh, which is distinguished by its proximity to service facilities and residential areas.

Area: The total area of ​​the project is approximately 10,000 square meters, according to data from the General Authority for Culture.

Facilities: The Culture House includes a variety of facilities designed to meet the needs of the cultural and artistic community, most notably:

Co-working Area: An open space equipped with the latest technologies to encourage teamwork and creativity.

Main Library: It includes more than 50,000 books and knowledge sources, including rare books and academic references.

Technical Laboratory: Equipped with modern tools and technologies to support creative and research projects.

Cultural Café: A comfortable place for cultural meetings and discussions.

Children’s Activity Area: A space dedicated to developing children’s talents through workshops and interactive activities.

Outdoor Sessions: Open areas for relaxation and social interaction.

Art Square: A space for displaying artworks and culture.

Multi-use Area: A large hall that can be used for lectures, exhibitions, and cultural events.

Cultural Significance

This project comes as part of the Kingdom’s strategy to promote culture and creativity, as data from the General Authority for Culture indicates that the Kingdom aims to increase the cultural sector’s contribution to the GDP to 3% by 2030.

The House of Culture will be a platform to support local talents and promote cultural dialogue.

Social Impact

The House of Culture is expected to attract more than 100,000 visitors annually, according to estimates from the General Authority for Culture. The project will also provide job opportunities for more than 200 people, including librarians, technicians, and cultural trainers.

Final Fit-outs

The installation of furniture and interior fittings has been completed, including:

Modern lighting and sound systems.

Interactive projectors in the technical lab.

Equipment of the cultural café with environmentally friendly materials.

“The House of Culture in Al Taawun district in Riyadh represents a qualitative addition to the cultural scene in the Kingdom. Thanks to its integrated facilities, such as the main library, the technical laboratory, and the children’s activity area, the project will be a platform to support local talents and promote cultural dialogue. According to the General Authority for Culture’s estimates, the project will contribute to increasing the cultural sector’s contribution to the GDP, reflecting the Kingdom’s commitment to achieving the goals of Vision 2030 in promoting culture and creativity.”